UM_2003-0037 - Paraguard Excel_02

Principles of Operation

Paraguard Excel Stretcher

3 - PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

3.6.3 Using the Shoulder Harness 1. The shoulder harness is fitted as shown and clipped to the carrying handles using the snap hooks provided. See Figure 22. NOTE: The shoulder harness can only be used in conjunction with the carrying handles. The height of the Paraguard ® Excel can be altered by adjusting the length of the straps on the shoulder harness.

Figure 22 - Using Shoulder Harness

3.6.4 Using the Foul Weather Sheet 1. Lay the foul-weather sheet on the ground and open out flat. 2. Position the casualty on the sheet and wrap the casualty inside using the hook and loop fastening enclo- sures provided. 3. Place the casualty on the Paraguard ® Excel Stretcher as shown in Figure 23.

Figure 23 - Using Foul Weather Sheet

3.7 Packing the Paraguard® After Use Before packing the stretcher away, ensure that all the straps are tidy and ready for use. When folding the stretcher to pack away in the valise, ensure the posts are innermost. The stretcher will then open and fold up; poles uppermost ready to locate in the locking sleeves.

3.8 Backpacking the Valise Adjust the valise waist and shoulder straps to ensure comfortable backpacking. See Figure 24.

Figure 24 - Valise Backpack

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